One of the welterweight division’s most dangerous operators, Ukraine’s Karen Chukhadzhian (25-3, 13 KOs), is set to headline the KOK 127 & DreamBoxing event on October 11 at the Xiaomi Arena in Riga. The main event will see Chukhadzhian defend both the IBF International and WBO International welterweight titles, marking one of the biggest fight nights the region has hosted in years.
Chukhadzhian has steadily carved out a reputation as a world-level contender, having earned victories over seasoned fighters such as Pietro Rossetti and Harry Scarff. His 12-round battles with IBF world champion Jaron “Boots” Ennis further showcased his resilience and skill, earning him recognition among global fans as a fighter capable of competing with the very best.
His opponent, Argentina’s Joel Marcos “El Tren” Mafauad (13-1, 5 KOs), comes into the bout with momentum of his own. A rising force in the welterweight ranks, Mafauad has claimed the WBA Fedelatin and WBO Latino titles with victories over Alberto Palmetta and Cristian Reggiardo, positioning himself as a serious threat on the international stage.
Fans can expect a high-stakes, all-action encounter when the pair meet under the lights of the Xiaomi Arena.
Fight card:
▪️Karen Chukhadzhian vs. Joel Marcos Mafauad, 12 rounds, for Chukhadzhian’s IBF International and WBO International welterweight titles
